Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and halved (about 2 pounds)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a shallow baking dish, combine the sugar, water, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Arrange the pear halves in the dish, cut-side up.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pears are tender and golden brown.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 200
- Carbs: 45g
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and flavorful
- Easy to make
- Perfect for a special occasion
- Can be served with a variety of toppings
User Comments:
- "These pears were absolutely delicious! They were so easy to make and the flavor was amazing."
- "I love how versatile this recipe is. I've served these pears with ice cream, whipped cream, and even chocolate sauce."
- "These pears are a great dessert for any occasion. They're elegant and delicious."
- "I'm not a huge pear fan, but I loved this recipe. The pears were so tender and flavorful."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have ripe pears, you can use slightly underripe pears. They will just take a little longer to bake.
- To prevent the pears from browning, you can drizzle them with lemon juice before baking.
- You can also add other spices to the baking dish, such as cloves or ginger.
